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60 babysitters are listed in Los Alamitos, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Los Alamitos, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with children of all kinds, I cared for a girl with rhetts syndrome for a year. My tasks included feeding, cooking for, driving, reading to, and talking to her. I also have experience working with kindergartners and first graders. I worked with them for 2 years. I read with them, painted with them, practiced...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We came to Care.com to explore our nanny options and found Lauren through them. We appreciated how professional, punctual and helpful she was. We also liked how well she connected to our baby and her educational background. Even though we currently don't have a...
Gabriela S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am 23 years old and currently work at boot barn, l've been a nanny for about 6 years on and off. I've also worked with developmentally disabled adults for about 2 years. Im currently looking to move to a new/different nanny opportunity. I've been babysitting since I was about 13 starting with my little cousins. I just love...
Magnolia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was great! She showed up exactly when she said she would be there & was amazing with both of my boys. (Ages 18 months & 9 years). My 9 year old asked if we could use her again & again! She is very respectful & we were 100% comfortable with her. "
Michaela G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kyla! I'm born and raised in SoCal, and a Pepperdine University graduate. I'm the eldest of six children, the youngest of which just turned 5! I've been babysitting professionally for about two years, and it has been the most meaningful and energizing experience! I love connecting with kids and being another...
Kyla can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kyla was amazing, My son is very shy but gravitated towards her in minutes. When I got home its like I didn't even leave but the 2nd she left he started crying for her. "
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Adriana E.
Long Beach, CA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Adriana, I am 30 years old and I have over 12 years experience working with children and families. I also have a bachelors degree in early childhood education and family studies, so I am well versed on children and their developmental stages and milestones. I LOVE working with children and it is a big part of why...
Adriana can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We loved having her as a caretaker for our little one. She was with us from the time he was 3 months old until he was almost 2 years old, and she cared for him and helped him grow and develop. She was so great at adapting to his needs as he grew, and he really...
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4.6
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love Children and already have experience in child care. During my experience, I notice that children love me too and that's the most important reason I want to be a nanny,. My compassionate nature and friendly personality makes me get along with them in not time. I am available to keep children happy and this quality makes me...
Fanny can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Patracia is so Wonderful with my 20 month old. She has been with us part time since he was one month old. I truly appreciate how happy my son is when she pulls up In her car. He greets her with such excitement. She is never late and always quick to respond on how...
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Taytum. I am a recent college graduate with my B. S. I have plenty of experience since I have a younger brother, 10 years younger than me & a younger cousin, I have been babysitting/nannying on care/fb groups for the past 4 years, I recently taught English to children ages 3-16 this summer, and I was a snowboard...
Taytum can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Taytum watched our 2 babies under 2 on a weekly basis. She was punctual and great with them. The babies were always happy to see her when she came to watch them. Would definitely hire again!"
Krystal M.
Bianca Z.
La Mirada, CA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bianca, I am 22 years old and I am so excited to meet your pride and joys! I am a college graduate with a B. S. in Kinesiology with a concentration in occupational pediatric therapy. When I am not in school I love being with my family. I come from a huge family and growing up I was always taking care of my nieces...
Bianca can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Bianca was a wonderful fit for our family. My 2 children both adored her. She was punctual, kind, and fantastic with the kiddos. 10/10 would hire her again. "
Desiree M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for over 14 years. I currently work at a high school with Special Needs students and nanny a 7-year-old in Tustin. I am seeking a nanny position closer to home.
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"I have had Angela as a sitter for my adult disabled daughter for 3 years. She is a wonderful, caring provider, dependable provider and I have never had any reason to question my decision to hire her. She has been such a help to me and my family, which has allowed...
Sharon L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently in a doctoral student at the California School of Professional Psychology studying Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Family/Child and Couples. I also work at a group practice providing mental health services. As I build my caseload, I'm looking for part-time work. Therefore, I am available some...
Valerie can also help with: Travel, carpooling
5.0
"We absolutely adore Valerie! She does a great job with our 9 month old daughter. She is able to calm her down, but also play with her and keep her engaged. My daughter lights up whenever Valerie comes over. When I return home from work, she is willing and able to...
Rachel S.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as caring, sincere and innocent.
I like working with kids because they are the heart of the family, hope to a better world, and the key to innocence.
I'm looking for a job that can allow the opportunity to provide quality childcare.
I started working with kids ever since I was a kid.
In my...
5.0
"We didn't end up working with Stefania, but we did meet with her twice. She was very responsive, honest, polite and professional. We were looking for someone with more experience with children under 1 and CPR certified. However, we would have loved to have worked...
Robert V.
Malea N.
Lakewood, CA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been in childcare for 5 years now, caring for children from 3 months up until the age of 15 years old.
I am a recent Cal State Fullerton graduate. My whole life I have balanced work, school, and childcare for those around me, and enjoyed doing so. I have been a Girl Scout since the age 5, completing volunteer work,...
Malea can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Malea was a godsend to my family during a period when we needed her most. While my husband and I had to deal with family health issues, she made our children feel safe and helped to distract them from the stressors we were dealing with. She exceeded all...
Porsia C.
Lauren L.
Huntington Beach, CA
$19-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a charismatic college student trying to find a happy family to connect with on here that might need some help with their little ones. I'm currently a student at CSULB and have some flexibility in my schedule now that most things are online. A little about me is that I'm originally from Austin, TX, but I was living...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Wonderful! Reliable, easy to be around, super flexible, punctual and GREAT with our baby! Highly recommend!"
Shannon M.
Kalauna N.
La Mirada, CA
$25-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kalauna.
I'd describe my personality as fun loving, kind, and easy going. I am currently in between jobs but for the time being I am looking for some nanny/babysitting work.
I like working with kids because I remember how much my babysitter made a good impact on me and I strive to do the same.
I'm looking...
Kalauna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Kalauna has been a blessing to our family. She helps keep our household together. I have a five-year-old and soon to be three-year-old that adore her. She is kind, caring, responsible, and very interactive with the children. She is very fun ways to engage with the...
Leann B.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Madison. I graduated from CSULB in 2018 and I'm received my M. S. in Psychology from Grand Canyon University. I am highly interested in working for you and your family. I am fine with having to work occasional late evenings and weekends. My specialties include: cooking, cleaning, meal prep, safe and cautious...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Madison is so wonderful and very good at communicating with us. The house is always clean when I come home! I'm grateful to have found such a dependable and caring nanny. "
Carrie S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a single mom of 4 kids. Now became professionals and have their own careers. I am now a proud Mama (grandma too). I always know it s not easy but they for sure always give a smile in me!
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"On the two occasions Tess has helped us with our special needs son we have been grateful to have her in our home. She has a reverence for children and is a committed, energetic, experienced caregiver who truly extends herself to support families. Highly...
Savitri J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of four kids my youngest is 19 years old and have 10 years of child care experience. I have had experience with children from newborn to 9 years old and have been nanny/babysitting since 2003. I fully enjoyed being around children of all ages and interacting with them.
Also, I am down to earth and easy to get...
Sally can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She took excellent care of my children and was very reliable and dependable. Thank you."
Natalie N.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hii! I just relocated from San Diego and I'm looking for a part time/full time in Long Beach/OC area
I have 5+ years of experience with kids.
I started as a volunteer in an organization that has activities based on peace and human rights for teenagers (9-15).
After that I worked in a daycare/preschool with kids from 6months to...
Larissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Larissa is great!!! She's responsible, energetic, & makes it fun for my girls when she's babysitting. I trust her & definitely recommend her!"
Maureen B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Peggy. My child care experience includes being a nanny for a family of three children (including an infant), babysitting for a mother of 9-month-old twins, working in church nurseries with various aged children, I babysat an 11-year-old, I worked at a 24-hour fitness kids club, and a daycare with various ages of...
Peggy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Imani A.
Anaheim, CA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
My Name Is Imani, I Have 4 Years Of Experience Working With Infants And I've Loved So Much Of It!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
With all of the many families I've worked for currently and in the past, I would say my favorite part about it is how each kid is so different from each other and I get to figure them out and they also figure me out as well. I am an energetic person who is reliable and is to adjust to many different situations when thrown my...
Imani can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Oh my...what can I say about Imani?! Imani came to us when our twins were just 6 months old. We had moved out of a home daycare because we just didn't think they were getting the attention they deserved. We had no structure to their day and were so nervous to sleep...
Matthew And Crystal N.
Jacqueline H.
Anaheim, CA
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Jacqueline. I have a wide range of experience as a caregiver. When I was 16 I got certified to be a babysitter. However I've been babysitting for much longer. Me and my 4 siblings have over a 10 year age gap so I learned how to care for young children early on. I've also babysat for family members, friends of...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jacqueline did a outstanding job watching my 12 yr old son. She was attentive to his needs, space and is very nice to both my son and I. Very thorough and on time! I hope she can work with us again in the future. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Los Alamitos, CA
Lauren S.
5.0
We came to Care.com to explore our nanny options and found Lauren through them. We appreciated how professional, punctual and helpful she was. We also liked how well she connected to our baby and her educational background. Even though we currently don't have a need for a nanny, we're keeping in...
- Gabriela S.
Magnolia G.
5.0
She was great! She showed up exactly when she said she would be there & was amazing with both of my boys. (Ages 18 months & 9 years). My 9 year old asked if we could use her again & again! She is very respectful & we were 100% comfortable with her.
- Michaela G.
Kyla M.
5.0
Kyla was amazing, My son is very shy but gravitated towards her in minutes. When I got home its like I didn't even leave but the 2nd she left he started crying for her.
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Adriana E.
5.0
We loved having her as a caretaker for our little one. She was with us from the time he was 3 months old until he was almost 2 years old, and she cared for him and helped him grow and develop. She was so great at adapting to his needs as he grew, and he really enjoyed all the time he spent with her....
- Care member
Fanny B.
5.0
Patty is great with our little one. She is always playing games with him. Is attentive to things he may need. We also asked her to please speak Spanish to him as we have a bilingual household and she has been helping us out with that. She is super reliable and we consider her part of the family. We...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Los Alamitos, CA:
How can I find a Los Alamitos babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Los Alamitos, CA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 15 babysitters in Los Alamitos, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.3. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Los Alamitos, CA?
The average rate for Los Alamitos, CA babysitters on Care.com is $19.87 per hour as of March 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Los Alamitos, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Los Alamitos, CA through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Los Alamitos, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Babysitters in Los Alamitos, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.